Senior Advisor (Legislation, Strategy and Coordination) at THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION
London, England, United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Nov, 25

Salary

42033.0

Posted On

23 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Human Resources/HR

Description

JOB SUMMARY

This opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of elections and democratic processes across the UK. As part of the Legislation, Strategy and Coordination team, you will help plan, coordinate and monitor the Commission’s response to primary and secondary legislation introduced by UK, Welsh and Scottish Governments.
You will play a key role in translating complex legislative changes into practical plans, ensuring reforms are implemented effectively and consistently. Working closely with Senior Responsible Officers to assist them with navigating the requirements of the reform agenda and contributing to a key function of the Commission.

JOB DESCRIPTION

In this role, you will:

  • Coordinate and support the delivery of projects within the electoral reform programme, ensuring key miles stones are met
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, senior leaders and external stakeholders to plan and implement legislative changes
  • Draft and maintain project documentation, including risk registers, scoping papers and impact assessments to support informed decision making
  • Contribute to voter facing initiatives including public awareness campaigns and guidance for electoral administrators
  • Monitor legislative developments and asses their impact across all four nations of the UK

PERSON SPECIFICATION

We’re looking for someone who is organised, proactive and able to balance multiple priorities while keeping sight of the bigger picture. You’ll be confident in working with senior leaders and external stakeholders, translating complex legislative requirements into practical action. A background in project management, policy or legislation will help you thrive in this role along with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.

SELECTION PROCESS DETAILS

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. To reduce unconscious bias and ensure all applicants are assessed solely on their skills, knowledge and experience, we use an anonymous recruitment process.
Please submit:

An anonymised CV, which must not include:

  • Your name, address, contact details, date of birth, gender, ethnicity, or any other personal identifiers
  • Names of educational institutions or dates of education
  • Employment history older than 10 years (unless directly relevant and explicitly required in the person specification)

An anonymised cover letter, clearly outlining how you meet the essential criteria listed in the job description.
If a specific qualification is required (e.g. a chartered status), you may include its title (e.g. “CIPFA-qualified accountant”) but not the awarding body or dates.
If the role only asks for general education (e.g. “educated to degree level or equivalent”), simply state this—no further detail is needed.
Failure to comply with these anonymisation instructions may result in your application being withdrawn.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

NATIONALITY REQUIREMENTS

Open to UK nationals only.

Responsibilities

TYPE OF ROLE

Administration / Corporate Support
Analytical
Project Delivery

In this role, you will:

  • Coordinate and support the delivery of projects within the electoral reform programme, ensuring key miles stones are met
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, senior leaders and external stakeholders to plan and implement legislative changes
  • Draft and maintain project documentation, including risk registers, scoping papers and impact assessments to support informed decision making
  • Contribute to voter facing initiatives including public awareness campaigns and guidance for electoral administrators
  • Monitor legislative developments and asses their impact across all four nations of the U
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